Zia Pia's Journal
Recipes, stories, and seasonal inspiration from Italy’s most beautiful foods. Explore the artisans, ingredients, and traditions behind our collection.

Nonna Vera
Zia Pia wasn’t the only strong, inspiring Italian woman in our family. Earlier this year, we said goodbye to our beloved Nonna Vera, and we’d like to take a moment...

Bring Italy's Artichoke Season to Your Table
Artichokes are one of the world’s oldest cultivated vegetables and are a true staple of Italian cuisine. From Liguria to Puglia, markets overflow with them from February to April—a fleeting...

Introducing Zia Pia Pesto & Spreads
We’re excited to introduce the next arrival in our signature Zia Pia line: a trio of artisanal pesto and spreads, crafted in small batches with a minimum of pure ingredients....

Italy's Sweetest Tradition
Happy International Gelato Day! Gelato traces its roots to the Italian Renaissance, where it first emerged in the courts of Florence as a luxurious treat for the elite. Over time,...

Finish Dry January Strong with These Delicious Mocktails
Need some inspiration to finish the last week of Dry January strong? We've got you. Gone are the days of bland, uninspiring mocktails. This week, we’re sharing three delightful...

Fused Extra Virgin Olive Oil Tins As Seen in Better Homes and Gardens
If you pick up the November 22nd issue of Better Homes and Gardens magazine, you'll spot a Zia Pia favorite: Fused Extra Virgin Olive Tins by Frantoio Galantino. We couldn't agree...

Italy's Olive Harvest Has Begun
It's the olive harvest time in Italy, marking a vibrant and vital time in the agricultural calendar. As autumn settles across the land, our beloved olive oil producers, Frantoio Muraglia...

Ready-made Pesto Risotto
This Ready-made Pesto Risotto recipe from Gli Aironi combines creamy, rich textures with the fresh taste of pesto. Gli Aironi's Pesto Risotto mix is made from the finest ingredients and is an easy way to make...

Private Label Trifulot Chocolate Truffles
Make your own branded chocolate gift boxes with our exquisite Trifulot Chocolate Truffles, now available as a private label offering. Crafted by Tartuflanghe in the heart of Piedmont, these indulgent...